Early Careers Apprentice Review
at BBC
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Birmingham
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I am a HR Support apprentice, I rotate teams every 3 months, and assist the teams. Day-to-day, I work with senior HR advisors to assist employees and externals with an array of queries.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoyed my programme, I found it insightful and learnt an array of new information and skills which I was then able to practice in my day-to-day work.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed my understanding of current legislation relating to HR, and how to decipher these. I have also developed my communication skills, as I speak to a range of people daily.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well. I received support where needed from my management, without having to ask. I was given the correct amount of time weekly, and this was structured so that I was able to plan ahead for what I would use my study time for.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I was given a lot of support from my employer. My line manager through my apprenticeship was incredibly supportive, and she was always available to talk through any issues I was experiencing, and find a resolution to these.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider was brilliant. I had monthly calls with a coach, where I was able to bring up any issues I was experiencing, and she assisted me with any queries. I felt that she was always available to email and she would always respond swiftly with the correct information I required.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification assists me thoroughly. Learning about the ways of organisations was extremely helpful as it allowed me to understand queries from both external/internals at a higher level.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
We have social activities quarterly in our HR department. We also have networking events regularly so that our teams are able to collaborate more frequently and easier.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BBC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have felt supported throughout my apprenticeship. I feel that all colleagues have been helpful and assisted me to the best of their abilities. Management always put my apprenticeship to the fore-front of importance and I felt that they truly cared for my progress, whilst also ensuring I was learning the correct skills for my apprenticeship.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BBC?
To truly always express any concerns, as they will always be listened to and addressed as soon as possible.
